Consider the following statements: 1. INS Tushil is a Shivalik-class frigate. 2. INS Tushil showcases the collaboration between Indian and Russian industries. 3. INS Tushil is made for ocean missions and can fight in the air, on the surface, underwater, and using electromagnetic systems. Which of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. Consider the following statements:
1.INS Tushil is a Shivalik-class frigate.
2.INS Tushil showcases the collaboration between Indian and Russian industries.
3.INS Tushil is made for ocean missions and can fight in the air, on the surface, underwater, and using electromagnetic systems.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanations –

Statement 1 is incorrect. INS Tushil is an upgraded Krivak III class frigate of Project 1135.6.

Statements 2 and 3 are correct. INS Tushil reflects the collaborative efforts of Indian and Russian industries, with contributions from Indian companies like Bharat Electronics Limited and BrahMos Aerospace. INS Tushil is designed for blue-water operations and can operate across air, surface, underwater, and electromagnetic dimensions.

Source: The Hindu

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